The Institute for Highway Safety studied 24 intersections that were originally controlled by signals or stop signs but converted to roundabouts. The results proved there was a reduction in crashes that resulted in injuries by 72 to 80 percent. READ MORE:Is it Illegal to Drive Under The Speed L...
After driving in so many countries abroad, I can report that, for the most part, you tend to drive carefully and learn the rules of the road — and it’s fine. It’s not so different to drive inGermanyorIceland, and whileSouth AfricaandNorthern Thailandrequired more learning, driving the...
Drive to Malibu (free) Malibu is a must, no matter how many days you have in L.A. This is wherethe famous Pacific Coast Highway drivestarts. Here is where you’ll see some of the most picturesque stretches of beach in Southern California. The beaches in Malibu are however very differen...
Begin in Seattle and sample the fine dining and art before heading off on your road trip. Matteo Colombo / Getty Images From the hustle-bustle of big cities with vibrant food and culture to serene moments in some of America’s most eye-popping parks, a scenic drive from the Pacific coast...
Lantau Island is the biggest of Hong Kong’s outlying islands, almost twice the size of Hong Kong Island itself, making it hard to characterise. The pace of life on the sleepy, beach-fringed southern coastline is very different from what you’ll find in the bustling new town of Tung ...
In the Big Sur region of California, thePacific Coast Highwayseems made for a daring road trip: its winding roads hug the curves of the coast, and the highway is set on massive cliffs that plunge straight into the Pacific. Golden sunlight streaks through patches of fog; frothing waves rav...
It takes weeks to drive the massive 14,500-kilometer (9,000-mile) circumference of Australia on main Highway 1 (the road that rings the continent/country). Thats with minimal stops and breaks too. However, if you want to see things along the way, you should plan for at least a month...
Road trips are a fun and unique way to experience the world. You can discover the natural splendor of The Big Sur via the Pacific Coast Highway, admire the undulating Scottish Highlands, or experience a twinkling Eiffel Tower all from the comfort of your vehicle. ...
San Francisco has long ranked as one of our favorite cities in the world. In addition to the sights and the food, we relish the fun atmosphere and casual vibe of the city. Spending a long weekend in San Francisco is a great way to get an introduction. ...
The traction motors provide propulsion power to the wheels. There is one on each axle. Each motor drives a small gear, which meshes with a larger gear on the axle shaft. This provides the gear reduction that allows the motor to drive the train at speeds of up to 125 mph. Each motor ...